Massachusetts Association Applauds Gas Pipeline Report

EDITORS NOTE: The following is a press release by the Massachusetts Energy Marketers Association.

Following an extensive study of the New England region’s energy needs, Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey announced today that the region does not need new natural gas pipelines to meet New England’s electricity demands. Her study “found that through 2030 the region’s power system reliability will be maintained during our coldest winter months.”

“The results of the AG Healey’s study are certainly welcome and important news for our industry given that MEMA and the New England Fuel Institute (NEFI) have been strong advocates for sensible energy policy in our region that recognizes the important role of clean burning heating oil and Bioheat fuels; and the predatory, expand-at-any-cost practices of the natural gas utilities,” said MEMA President Michael Ferrante.